- #1 Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Cat Hui Trading LLCPub: AMATA Games
Windows
A spectacular, satisfying, and super-watchable defense battle! The ultimate 8-bit shoot 'em ups born in the 21st century, ""Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE"", is now on Steam!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.4%, Aliens 21.6%, Shooter 17.5%, Futuristic 9.7%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #2 INNBC STARFIGHTER
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: Jonathan Fior Pub: Innovative Bioresearch
Windows
A free-to-play 90s-style bullet-hell shooter with high-res graphics, unlocked 60+ FPS, single-player campaign, and online co-op multiplayer!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.6%, Cyberpunk 20.1%, Aliens 15.4%, Shooter 14.5%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #3 ZPF
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 22 reviews2026
Dev: ZPF TeamPub: Mega Cat Studios
Windows
ZPF is a retro-inspired horizontal shooter originally designed for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Blast your way through a cosmic gauntlet of epic boss battles, addictive scoring, and hidden secrets in a thrilling arcade-style adventure through fantasy, sci-fi, and alien-themed worlds.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23%, Cyberpunk 21.3%, Shooter 14.1%, Aliens 12.9%, Futuristic 8%
- #4 Gemaboy Zero X
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NAPE GAMES
Windows
Gemaboy Zero X is an action, exploration, and platform Cyberpunk Ploidmania videogame. It is the latest installment in the PLOIDS saga in which Omega will have to travel through time to preserve it and rescue his beloved Alpha!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.3%, Aliens 19.3%, Shooter 17.3%, Futuristic 10.9%, Sci-fi 8.3%
- #5 Command Adventures: Starship
94% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Future VisionaryPub: Lee Jacobson
Windows · Mac · Linux
It is the year 2127, the closing of the great war is upon us. You purchase a starship to explore regions unknown and to extract untold riches from distant galaxies. Pirates and bloodthirsty alien beings wander the universe. It is a gritty and nasty period. Bravely go forth and seek your fortune!
Why similar: Aliens 25%, Cyberpunk 21.9%, Shooter 19%, Futuristic 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #6 Reblica
94% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: BalsaminaxxxPub: Balsamic Games
Windows
Reblica is a cyberpunk-style action platformer shooting game. In Ark, a city full of chaos and crime, become the mercenary Bianna, defeat various enemies and complete quests.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26%, Cyberpunk 23.2%, Shooter 20.2%, Futuristic 14.1%, Sci-fi 7.3%
- #7 The Deepening: Eco-Offensive
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IRS
Windows
Follow along with Kyle, and experience the events prior to those of The Deepening book series from a neo-retro 2D perspective when you run, jump, and shoot through waves of beasts to make our trek to the stars more safe.
Why similar: Aliens 24.1%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Shooter 15.4%, Futuristic 12.8%, Adventure 6.3%
- #8 Into The Void
92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: tateorrtot
Windows
A wormhole has opened up letting aliens terrorize your city. Pilot your spacecraft and destroy the aliens using flamethrowers, missiles, gatling guns, shockwaves, and more!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.5%, Aliens 25.1%, Futuristic 14.4%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Adventure 8.2%
- #9 HAWA:99 - Cyberhive
91% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: StudioMSG
Windows
HAWA:99 - Cyberhive is set in a city dominated by a company named 'The eye'. One day, with a loud noise, building of the 'The eye' cracks-the protagonist has to find out whereabouts of his friend, 'Malus', who said he would bring down 'The eye''s server and get to the bottom of the truth.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 36.3%, Side Scroller 35.9%, Adventure 15.9%, 2D 7.1%, Indie 3.1%
- #10 NEURO
91% matchMixed49% of 35 reviews2024
Dev: Revolt GamesPub: Strategy First
Windows
NEURO is a narrative first-person shooter in a cyberpunk setting. The action is taking place in the future, in the 4th century of the Space Era, which starts after humans invent a hyperspace engine.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 28.3%, Aliens 21.7%, Shooter 20.3%, Futuristic 12.8%, Sci-fi 9.7%
- #11 Imminence
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bob WarrenPub: Augmented Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A brutal 16-bit sci-fi shoot-’em-up inspired by the golden age of the Sega Genesis. Fight across multiple worlds, upgrade your ship, and confront the forces behind the Augmentation Program.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.5%, Cyberpunk 27.7%, Shooter 12.1%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Futuristic 8.8%
- #12 Escape Chase Monster
90% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: SawaiwaGame
Windows
"Escape Chase Monster" is an action game. Run away from monsters, shoot guns and reach the goal.
Why similar: Side Scroller 39.5%, Shooter 23.2%, Aliens 16.4%, 2D 8%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #13 Silver Squad: Age of the Vortex
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gergely Dinya
Windows
Humanity is on the brink of extinction; take the place of Captain Edward Stalway and save the World from the forces of the Vortex. Raid enemy bases, steal alien technologies, collect artifacts and shoot robots into tiny piles of scrap.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.3%, Shooter 30.2%, Sci-fi 18%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, 2D 5.9%
- #14 NOMAD Revisited
88% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In 1985 N.O.M.A.D. pushed the boundaries of what the 8-bit computers of the day could achieve with both their graphics and their gameplay. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic still retains a fan base to this day.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.4%, Cyberpunk 23.1%, Shooter 16.5%, Linear 7.5%, Sci-fi 7.5%
- #15 UFO Taxi
86% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Martin Demeter
Windows
Stranded on a futuristic Earth, you and your alien pals need cash to get home! Explore a vibrant 2.5D world, go on taxi missions or assist humans and UFOs alike in this casual platformer. Can you hustle your way to a stellar escape?
Why similar: Aliens 24.9%, Side Scroller 22.4%, Cyberpunk 18.5%, Futuristic 15.1%, Sci-fi 8.9%
- #16 Cyberpunk 3776
87% matchMixed51% of 66 reviews2015
Dev: Peter Hann
Windows · Mac
Median: 6 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Cyberpunk 3776 harkens back to the glory days of arcade shoot-em-ups. It all begins on a postapocalyptic earth and proceeds into space. Your journey will be a metaphor about life and death, a road that every person has to walk down alone. The only choices you get while on your path to the inevitable end: keep your head up high or forfeit.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 26.3%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Aliens 13.7%, Shooter 12%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #17 ∀stround
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ryunoa
Windows
Rotate, aim and shoot in zero gravity space. "∀stround" is a zero-gravity shooting action game in which the screen rotates according to the character's direction. Survive against attacking creatures on a space station where gravity suddenly disappears.
Why similar: Shooter 29.6%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Futuristic 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.9%
- #18 Hero and A Wicked Man
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Indie Dev Dylan
Windows
Hero and A Wicked Man is a game about Hero, who goes on an adventure to stop the evil Dr. Wicked. The core mechanics are shooting and platforming. Adventuring through each level and collecting more ammo gives the player an incentive to explore.
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.3%, Shooter 22%, Futuristic 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Sci-fi 7%
- #19 Brave Soldier - Invasion of Cyborgs
84% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: JM Neto Game Dev
Windows
Brave Soldier: Invasion Of Cyborgs is a pixel art platform game with a lot of action. Help the soldier save the world from the Cyborg Invasion! Good Luck!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.1%, Aliens 21.4%, Shooter 17.3%, Cyberpunk 15.1%, Adventure 7.9%
- #20 Swarm Hunter
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Flyswatter Studios
Windows
Swarm Hunter is a retro sci-fi action-shooter with roguelike elements coming to Steam. Beam down to take on the ravenous swarm descending upon Pluto. Unlock powerful weapons, call in support, upgrade abilities, and harness deadly synergies to wipe out the infestation and rescue the missing crew.
Why similar: Aliens 23.8%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Shooter 16.9%, Futuristic 14.3%, Sci-fi 8.2%
- #21 ALSTROEMERIA
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 個人Pub: 無し
Windows
It's a side-view scroll shooter. It's a game in which you control your own aircraft and shoot down enemy aircraft. There are 21 different types of weapons to attack, and if you accumulate 3 gauges on the UI, each selected weapon will be available for a certain amount of time.
Why similar: Side Scroller 42%, Shooter 24.3%, Sci-fi 15.4%, Futuristic 14.4%, Indie 2.7%
- #22 FORBIDDEN FORMULA
83% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: LocalJamStudio
Windows
FORBIDDEN FORMULA is an exciting 2D platformer with quest elements that will throw you into the heart of chaos. You have to explore an abandoned laboratory, solve puzzles and collect information to prevent a catastrophe.
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.4%, Shooter 20.1%, Futuristic 14.5%, Linear 8.7%, 2D 6.7%
- #23 Smelted Kin: Inhuman Impact
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Microbat Studio
Windows · Linux
Sci-fi 2D shooter platformer combining the control of a human character and an armored vehicle on the surface of a planet filled with robots and immortal local inhabitants
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.2%, Aliens 21.9%, Shooter 18.5%, Futuristic 15.3%, Adventure 7.7%
- #24 An Opportunity
81% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Depresso EspressoPub: DE Studios
Windows · Linux
So you know that one rover that landed on Mars? Yeah this isn't that.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.2%, Aliens 23.1%, Shooter 19.5%, Adventure 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #25 MoonMan Adventures
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: OmniMachina
Windows
Lunar was on a routine mission when something went wrong. He crashed on a hostile planet and must now find a way home.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23%, Aliens 21.4%, Shooter 21%, Adventure 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #26 Spacewing War 2
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alcalico
Windows
Jump into this new battle in this new side-scrolling shoot’em-up, face enemies and obstacles from every corner of the Milkdromeda Galaxy and encounter strange fun transformations that change the way the game plays.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.8%, Aliens 23.9%, Shooter 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Linear 7.4%
- #27 Bad Guy Adventure
80% matchMostly Negative39% of 23 reviews2021
Dev: Seiren-publishing
Windows
Bad Guy Adventure is a hardcore platformer-shooter game with stunning visuals, dynamic music, and 30 challenging levels. Players control a bad guy armed with powerful weapons, battling hordes of monsters to progress.
Why similar: Side Scroller 39.5%, Shooter 19.8%, Futuristic 12.1%, Linear 10.5%, 2D 5.4%
- #28 R-Type Dimensions III
77% matchMixed39% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: KRITZELKRATZ 3000Pub: ININ
Windows
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.8%, Shooter 19%, Aliens 14.7%, Futuristic 8.2%, Linear 7.2%
- #29 Gates of Zendocon
79% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.9%, Shooter 18.7%, Aliens 18.1%, Futuristic 10.1%, Sci-fi 8.3%
- #30 Alien Flex
78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: JUNGLE
Windows
Aliens are very fond of flex. This guy is no exception, he wants to dance for you. But for that he needs space drugs for aliens. You need to kill all the guards and steal drugs.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 28.8%, Aliens 23.4%, Futuristic 16.5%, Shooter 15.5%, Sci-fi 9.3%
- #31 Cybro
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Sunwake Games
Windows
Government gig becomes personal. Return to a corrupt cyberpunk city on a contract to recover stolen software, only to uncover a conspiracy. Fight back with guns, stealth, hacking, and raw action as betrayal hits close and escape becomes the only way out.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 28.8%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Futuristic 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Shooter 7%
- #32 Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade
77% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: xen-42
Windows · Linux
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.1%, Shooter 22%, Adventure 13.5%, Futuristic 13.5%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #33 Survirus
78% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: 24Frame,inc.
Windows
Survirus is a simple side-scrolling shooter with a virus motif.
Why similar: Side Scroller 51.7%, Shooter 34.4%, Indie 13.9%
- #34 LUNARK
75% matchVery Positive88% of 342 reviews2023
Dev: Canari GamesPub: WayForward
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 56%
A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!
Why similar: Cyberpunk 28.8%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Aliens 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #35 Enyla X
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Revox Games
Windows
Elyna X is shoot'em up (Shmup) for 2 players in cooperative mode.The year is 3864, mysterious ships appear and iniciate a terrible attack against planet Earth, It is up to Enyla, a courageous space pilot, to lead the space fleets in defense of her beloved planet.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.9%, Futuristic 19.4%, Shooter 16%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #36 Bad Chicken
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Coquibyte Games
Windows
Bad Chicken is a retro styled sideway scrolling shoot-em-up inspired by the retro classics. It takes place in 8 locations in the Ferus system, each one with different challenges, and dangers.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.5%, Aliens 22.4%, Shooter 17.4%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #37 R-TYPE DX: Music Encore
73% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2026
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Bydo Missions in Your Pocket — Beyond Dimensions, the Melody of Two “R”s.
Why similar: Aliens 23.7%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Shooter 16.3%, Futuristic 14.4%, Sci-fi 9.5%
- #38 Toward aliens and beyond
74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: TommyMic
Windows
Toward aliens and beyond is a shoot'em up game where you make your way through wave of aliens. Destroy, get experience, upgrade and repeat. Can you resist 20 minutes?
Why similar: Aliens 35.5%, Shooter 23.7%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%, Casual 5.7%
- #39 VolticPistol
74% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: Sunset Arctic Games
Windows · Linux
Take control of the Tholos, a renounced knight on his quest to overthrow his former kingdom! Battle your way to the top of the kingdom in this action-filled medieval-cyberpunk adventure!
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.8%, Cyberpunk 24.3%, Shooter 15.4%, Futuristic 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #40 Liquidator 2: Welcome to Hell
71% matchMixed62% of 37 reviews2024
Dev: Parallax Arts StudioPub: Strategy First
Windows
Liquidator 2 is an action-packed, first person shooter game with large cinematic adventure components.
Why similar: Shooter 23.5%, Aliens 23%, Cyberpunk 20%, Futuristic 15.9%, Adventure 9.6%
- #41 Captain Galactic
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: whoppagamer
Windows
Captain Galactic is a colorful retro sci-fi platformer where you ride a hoverboard through strange alien worlds, collect crystals, unlock abilities and items, dodge deadly traps, and blast enemies with your phaser.
Why similar: Side Scroller 38.4%, Aliens 19%, Futuristic 13.5%, Sci-fi 9%, 2D 7.1%
- #42 Zagu Espionage
73% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: nP StudiosPub: nonPareil Institute
Windows
Zagu Espionage is a single player, 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where the player takes on the role of the main character, Zagu, a spy from the Tracha colony, who is traveling to seven different regions to defeat the Rogan empire.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.6%, Aliens 16.4%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Shooter 12.8%, Adventure 8.7%
- #43 A Million Conquests
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Rainbirth SL
Windows
Experience the thrill of a shmup game like the arcade classics. With just the right amount of story, lots of action, and many, many bullets.
Why similar: Aliens 24.3%, Cyberpunk 22.4%, Shooter 14.5%, Futuristic 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.8%
- #44 Big Byz Wars
72% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Tommy Gun WalrusPub: Tommy Gun Walrus Studio
Windows
Big Byz Wars is a sci-fi 2.5D side-scroller set in a mysterious future where flying cities provide refuge.As a mercenary, defend the largest flying city, Byzantium, facing fierce enemies.With cool graphics & immersive gameplay.The game takes you on an action-packed journey through a dangerous world.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 27.4%, Side Scroller 25.9%, Futuristic 17.4%, Shooter 15.9%, Sci-fi 10.3%
- #45 Robot-X
71% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2022
Dev: Isaac Kasdorf
Windows
A fast-paced platform shooter inspired by 90s classics. Follow Robot-X on a journey to protect the city from a new danger, fight bosses and jump over pits in this retro experience.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23%, Shooter 20%, Futuristic 15.2%, Linear 10.3%, Sci-fi 10%
- #46 SFERA
70% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: SergioPoverony
Windows
SFERA - Action platformer. A mix of 3D and retro 2D graphics. You are an assassin for the SFERA corporation. You are tasked with destroying a gang of robots.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.1%, Shooter 22.1%, Futuristic 18.4%, Adventure 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #47 OUTGUNNED!
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PINECREW
Windows
OUTGUNNED! is a fast-pased action-platformer set in a cyberpunk dystopia where cats are the dominant species. Topple the corporation as one of the playable characters.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.6%, Cyberpunk 23.6%, Shooter 15.2%, Futuristic 12.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%
- #48 Space Major Miner
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ardiam Games Ltd
Windows · Linux
Space is dark and full of terror... and raw resources! Mine asteroids, upgrade your equipment and blast cosmic aliens.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.3%, Aliens 24.8%, Shooter 22.7%, Sci-fi 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #49 Gearbits: Gear Angels
69% matchPositive95% of 39 reviews2024
Dev: Quackpond Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.5%, Aliens 24.1%, Shooter 23.8%, Sci-fi 8.7%, 2D 7%
- #50 REPLACED
66% matchVery Positive84% of 8,145 reviews2026
Dev: Sad Cat StudiosPub: Thunderful Publishing
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Follow R.E.A.C.H., an AI trapped in a human body, on a cinematic adventure through an alternate 1980s America. Explore an atmospheric cyberpunk world full of high-stakes action wrapped in a unique 2.5D pixel art style.
Why similar: Narrative 31.7% ★, Cyberpunk 25%, Side Scroller 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #51 Tom's Adventure
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Onduck Games
Windows
A little but very fun and challenging platform game.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.1%, Cyberpunk 25.2%, Futuristic 16.2%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Adventure 7.6%
- #52 GIGABUSTER
69% matchMixed66% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: mrgigam
Windows · Linux
Fiery action platformer heavily inspired by the Mega Man X series, focused on fast and fluid movement and combat. Jump, dash, shoot and swing to stop mergers with the GEC, a monopoly funding the mysterious "Happiness Project."
Why similar: Cyberpunk 25.7%, Side Scroller 24.2%, Futuristic 15.8%, Shooter 13.3%, Sci-fi 11.6%
- #53 Cybertrash STATYX
67% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Uncle Frost TeamPub: Uncle Frost Publishing
Windows · Linux
Cybertrash STATYX is a story-driven 2D action-platformer with tactical elements, set in a cyberpunk world.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.4%, Cyberpunk 24.1%, Shooter 18.8%, Futuristic 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #54 Emme Saves the Galaxy
68% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2023
Dev: Megalithic Mainframe
Windows
Join Emme the dog as she battles block invaders in this puzzle action game. Defeat all kinds of unpredictable blocks across hundreds of levels.
Why similar: Aliens 23%, Cyberpunk 20.8%, Shooter 14.3%, Futuristic 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #55 Maelor The Robot: Going Rogue
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Andromeda Studios
Windows
Flip gravity on the fly, master a multi-stage jetpack, slingshot across massive gaps, and use weapon recoil to launch yourself through chaotic levels. Evolve your arsenal through use, fight aggressive enemies, and turn the environment itself into a weapon in this high-mobility sci-fi adventure.
Why similar: Aliens 27.3%, Shooter 17.6%, Futuristic 16.3%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Adventure 8.3%
- #56 Code Arcturus
69% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Norbert Érsek
Windows
Code Arcturus is a retro inspired arcade-style action platformer, with aliens, robots, spikes, explosions, and lots of coins. Blast your way through levels, compete for the fastest times on the leaderboards in Speedrun mode, or put your skills to the ultimate test in Nerfed mode
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, Aliens 20.8%, Shooter 17.9%, Futuristic 13%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #57 Mission Twentyeight
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: PatrickRMC
Windows
Your country has been captured and alongside other rebels you sabotage the enemy forces in order to aid your military in taking back your land.
Why similar: Side Scroller 35.2%, Cyberpunk 25.7%, Futuristic 14.8%, 2D 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #58 2023: Alien Bugs Invade Earth
67% matchVery Positive77% of 53 reviews2023
Dev: StarTroop LLC
Windows
Why are alien insectoids invading Earth in 2023? This narrative driven 2D shooter pits you against a seemingly hopeless battle against the invading Insectoids. How will you (and Earth) manage to survive? What hidden technological, historical, and spiritual secrets will you discover as a result?
Why similar: Aliens 35.1%, Narrative 30.9% ★, Shooter 13.8%, Sci-fi 12.9%, 2D 2.4%
- #59 Hyperforma
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nord Unit
Windows · Mac
Hyperforma is a captivating journey into the depths of the Ancient Network. Explore the vast cyberspace, hack defense systems, and uncover the secrets of digital titans.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 42.6%, Futuristic 19.7%, Sci-fi 15.2%, Adventure 7%, Linear 6.4%
- #60 Crisis R
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: fzr games
Windows
CRISIS R is a fast pace side-scrolling shooter drawing inspirations from 16-bit era classics but with modern 3d graphics and effects. Game play revolves around straightforward control against fast pace missions with challenging mecha boss fights.
Why similar: Side Scroller 37.4%, Shooter 26.9%, Futuristic 17.9%, Sci-fi 9.9%, 2D 6.8%